It's easy to get overwhelmed by the sheer beauty and challenge of the stunning quartet of courses at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort in Oregon. Beyond these world-class 18-hole experiences, there's a lot more to enjoy and appreciate at this pure golf paradise.

The legendary Old Course in St. Andrews is, understandably, the crown jewel on every golfer's dream list. In addition to the Old Course, there are six other excellent options on the St. Andrews Links Trust menu.

If you play golf in Scotland, chances are, you'll end up in Edinburgh, either before or after your trip. It's a fascinating, friendly and walkable city that enhances any visit to the British Isles.
Here are 10 ways to elevate your enjoyment of Edinburgh:

With its beautiful lakes, lush green golf courses and comfortable September weather, Minnesota will be an exceptional venue for Ryder Cup 2016.
Here are 10 reasons Minnesota will be a fantastic venue for visitors attending Ryder Cup 2016:

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This year promises to be a great one for new golf courses. Some are available for play in 2015 and others will debut shortly.
Here are some exceptional layouts guaranteed to get any devoted golf traveler excited:

Many people mistakenly believe the Irish diet only consists of potatoes and Guinness. This couldn't be further from the truth. In fact, Ireland is known to have some excellent cuisine. Parts of the country have even been recognized for their culinary brilliance.

Do you want to see the world's best female golfers going shot-to-shot against each other in a Ryder Cup style atmosphere?
The joyous singing, chanting and cheering that's so indigenous to the Ryder Cup also envelops the scene

After you experience the history and design mastery of the Old Course and other Links Trust layouts, the seaside magnificence of Kingsbarns and the other exceptional courses in St. Andrews, Scotland, you don't have to travel far to find more great places to tee up.